These 21 summer dessert recipes prove that when the temperatures rise, there is nothing better than a cool, refreshing dessert to help you beat the heat.
From fruity frozen treats and creamy ice creams to light mousses, citrusy favorites, and berry-filled delights, summer is the perfect season to enjoy sweet recipes that celebrate the flavors of the season.
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Why You Will Love These Summer Dessert Recipes.
Whether you're hosting a backyard barbecue, planning a picnic, celebrating a holiday, or simply looking for an easy treat to enjoy on a warm afternoon, these summer dessert recipes are sure to satisfy. This collection of 21 delicious summer desserts features something for everyone, making it easy to find your next favorite seasonal sweet.
Here is what else you will like about these recipes.
- Â These desserts are light, refreshing, and ideal for enjoying during the hottest days of summer.
- Â They are also packed with seasonal flavors and colors, from fresh juicy berries to sweet peaches!
- Â While these desserts are perfect for serving as an after dinner dessert, they also work for cookouts, picnics, family gatherings, and backyard parties.
- Â Most of these recipes are make-ahead friendly and easy to make.
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The Best Summer Dessert Recipes.
From no-bake favorites and chilled desserts to classic cakes, pies, and frozen delights, these summer desserts are easy to make, crowd-pleasing, and sure to become seasonal favorites year after year.
1
Red White and Blue Cheesecake Salad (Easy 15-Minute Recipe)
This Red White and Blue Cheesecake Salad (Easy 15-Minute Recipe) is the dish that will have everyone asking for the recipe.Made with fresh berries and instant pudding mix, this summer salad is rich and tangy with a refreshing crunch from fresh strawberries and blueberries in every bite!
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2
Perfectly Fudgy Homemade Cheesecake Brownie
These Perfectly Fudgy Homemade Cheesecake Brownies are really the ultimate triple-threat dessert.Made with three delicious layers, fudgy brownie, tangy cheesecake, and silky ganache, these brownies are really an unparalleled crowd-pleaser.
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3
Favorite Chocolate Covered Frozen Bananas (Vegan)
These chocolate coated bananas are crunchy on the outside and feature sweet and creamy bananas on the inside.
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4
Lemon Blueberry Cake For 2 (vegan, MedDiet)
Lemon Blueberry Cake For 2 , This moist and tender cake features the fresh citrus flavor of lemons balanced by delicious blueberries. R
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5
Sheet Pan S’Mores Nachos,
These Sheet Pan S’Mores Nachos are a tasty way to enjoy a classic treat. Made with graham crackers, marshmallows, and chocolate chips, these nachos crunchy, gooey, and chocolaty good!
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6
Slow Cooker 3 Ingredient Dump Cake
Slow Cooker 3 Ingredient Dump Cake is about the easiest dessert recipe that you could ever make.Made with cake mix, fruit, and butter, this cake features a buttery, sweet, and slightly crunchy crust with a warm and sweet fruit filling.
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7
No Added Sugar Ricotta Chocolate Mousse,
No Added Sugar Ricotta Chocolate Mousse, a 15 minute no bake sugar free recipe for velvety, cheesecake-like, decadent, guilt-free dessert.
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8
Sugar Free Lemon Cream Cheese Dump Cake
Sugar Free Lemon Cream Cheese Dump Cake has the perfect balance of tart and sweet. Made with cake mix, pudding, and cream cheese, this cake indulgent cake features a creamy tart and sweet cheesecake layer topped with a buttery golden crust.
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9
Banana Pudding Poke Cake
Banana Pudding Poke Cake with Cake Mix, an easy dessert recipe for a moist, fluffy yellow cake with creamy banana pudding, and Nilla Wafers
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10
No Bake Oreo Funfetti Icebox Cake
No Bake Oreo Funfetti Icebox Cake, a simple and delicious layered cake dessert that can be made in under 20 minutes.
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11
3 Ingredient Vegan Strawberry Ice Cream
3 Ingredient Vegan Strawberry Ice Cream, a simple and delicious recipe that can be made in minutes. With and without coconut.
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12
Orange Olive Oil Cake Recipe (Mediterranean Diet, Vegan).
Orange Olive Oil Cake, a delicious moist and flavorful dessert recipe idea made with orange juice. Vegan, vegetarian, and nut free
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13
Air Fryer S’Mores Recipe
This Easy Air Fryer S’Mores Recipe is the simplest way to make great tasting s’mores year round. Made with marshmallows, graham crackers, and chocolate, this classic recipe looks and tastes just like the campfire version we love.
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14
Air Fryer Biscuit Donuts Recipe
Air Fryer Biscuit Donuts Recipe, a simple and delicious moist and sweet doughnut topped with a tasty glaze.
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15
Sugar Free Banana Ice Cream
Sugar Free Banana Ice Cream, a 4-ingredient no-churn recipe for creamy ice cream made in about 10 minutes with no special equipment. Made with ripe bananas and heavy cream, this ice cream is a velvety, rich, and decadent dessert that rivals your favorite scoop shop.
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16
Sugar Free Avocado Ice Cream
Sugar Free Avocado Ice Cream, a simple 5 ingredients no added sugar dessert recipe for rich, velvety, no churn ice cream.
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17
Favorite Texas Trash Pie Recipe
Favorite Texas Trash Pie Recipe is a delicious and simple dessert recipe that is loaded with goodness.This is the perfect combination of sweet chocolate chip and caramel baked together with ingredients including salty and crunchy pretzels and nuts.
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18
Chocolate Eclair Freezer Cake
Chocolate Eclair Freezer Cake, a delicious, quick and easy no bake dessert recipe made with just 5 ingredients.
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19
Sugar Free Impossible Pie Recipe
Sugar Free Impossible Pie Recipe is an incredibly easy dessert idea that requires no mixing bowls or rolling pins to make.This simple dessert features a creamy coconut custard filling on a buttery crust all topped with toasted coconut
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20
No Added Sugar Strawberry Tart
No Added Sugar Strawberry Tart is a simple recipe that is made with fresh strawberries.This delicious tart features a flaky and buttery crust topped with a layer of creamy custard goodness that is covered with fresh strawberry slices.
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21
Heaven on Earth Cake Dessert
Heaven on Earth Cake Dessert, a delicious and simple dessert recipe featuring blueberries with layers of pudding and angel food cake.
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12 Tips for making the best summer desserts.
- Use ripe, seasonal fruit whenever possible. Summer fruits such as strawberries, blueberries, peaches, watermelon, cherries, and citrus offer the best flavor and natural sweetness.
- Chill ingredients when needed. Many summer desserts, especially mousses, no-bake treats, and frozen desserts, turn out best when ingredients are well chilled before preparing them.
- Don't skip cooling time. Allow baked desserts to cool completely before frosting, glazing, or refrigerating to prevent melting and sogginess.
- Make desserts ahead of time. Many summer treats taste even better after a few hours in the refrigerator, making them perfect for entertaining.
- Keep frozen desserts frozen. Store popsicles, ice cream, and sorbet in airtight containers and remove them from the freezer only when ready to serve.
- Use fresh citrus juice. Fresh lemon, lime, and orange juice add bright flavor that can make summer desserts taste even more refreshing.
- Avoid overbaking fruit desserts. Cobblers, crisps, galettes, and fruit pies are best when the fruit remains juicy and tender rather than dried out.
- Serve desserts cold when possible. Chilled desserts are especially refreshing during hot weather and can help desserts hold their shape longer outdoors.
- Protect desserts from the heat. If serving outside, keep cream-based desserts, cheesecakes, and frozen treats in a cooler or refrigerated until serving time.
- Garnish just before serving. Fresh berries, whipped topping, mint leaves, citrus zest, and fruit slices look best when added at the last minute.
- Use airtight storage containers. Proper storage helps preserve freshness and prevents desserts from absorbing odors from the refrigerator or freezer.
- Balance sweetness with acidity. A touch of lemon or lime juice can brighten flavors and keep summer desserts from tasting overly sweet.
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